Can I host a Q&A session during a pre-recorded webinar?

Yes, you can host a Q&A session during a pre-recorded webinar. Many webinar software solutions allow you to do so via chat, by taking over the recording, or by simulating a live Q&A session, as part of your pre-recorded session. However, the last option can of course not handle any live questions.

When are live webinars better than pre-recorded webinars?

Live webinars are usually more suitable for sharing fast-moving information, announcements, exclusive content, feedback intensive topics, and everything that requires people to be present in real time. It includes product launches, press conferences, news updates, live interviews, and more. Live streaming is also great for webinars with a lot of interactivity or live polls.

When are pre-recorded webinars better than live webinars?

Pre-recorded webinars may be more suitable for topics that don't require live interaction or feedback. Think of webinars about software tutorials, product reviews, live demos, etc. Pre-recorded webinars can also be a great way to deliver evergreen content that doesn't need to be updated often. Especially for lead generation, automated webinars are a great way to achieve great reach and conversions.

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Live vs. Pre-recorded Webinars: Should You Stream or Automate?

Gavin M.

Updated: Nov 24, 2023

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Gavin M.

Filmmaker turned into marketer and tech geek. Sounds sad, but I absolutely love it. I manage webinars and virtual events to help companies reach new heights and stun their audience.